The Arabic Student Union is bringing famous comedian Maz Jobrani to the University of Oregon for its annual Arabian Night on May 28.
Arabian Night is different every year. AJ Aljaafari has been the Arabic Student Union president since June and is excited about the changes he has made for this year.
“This is an opportunity to share our community and educate people on Middle Eastern cultures,” said Aljaafari. “It is also a great way to connect with individuals from other countries and form a sense of unity.”
Maz Jobrani will be headlining the event and speaking about his experiences as a Persian-American. His recent novel I’m Not A Terrorist, But I’ve Played One on TV addresses life in America as an individual from the Middle East. He appeared on the television show Better of Ted and acted in the films The Interpreter and 13 Going On 30
“This is a chance for people to learn about our cultures through art, music and comedy,” said Aljaafari. “It is also a way take the politics out of everything and change how we are represented.”
Notable performers at the event will include speaker Leila Buck and musical guest Fadi Hanani. The performances will begin at 5:30 p.m. and continue until 8 p.m. Arabian Night will be hosted in the Erb Memorial Union on campus, and tickets are free for students with ID. For more information on the event, visit the web event Facebook page.